The Multiple Subject Credential Program requires the CBEST, CSET and Constitution Test if a political science class has not been taken or does not meet the requirement. The Single Subject Credential Program requires the CBEST, SSAT/Praxis/CSET or completion of the Subject Matter Preparation Program and the Constitution Test if a political science class has not been taken or does not meet the requirement. The Special Education Credential Program requires the CBEST, CSET and Constitution Test if a political science class has not been taken or does not meet the requirement.
The California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) contains both constructed-response and multiple-choice questions. The content of the exam reflects the subject matter knowledge required to teach in California. For further information visit the website at www.cset.nesinc.com or call (916) 928-4003.
The California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) was developed to meet requirements of laws relating to credentialing and employment. California Education Code 44252 specifies that candidates must demonstrate proficiency in basic reading, writing, mathematics and English by passing the CBEST. For further information visit their website at www.cbest.nesinc.com.
It is a test that measures the knowledge of an individual has regarding the U.S. Constitution. It consists of 75 objective-type questions. To pass an individual needs to answer 50 questions correctly. For more information contact the Admission to Teacher Education Office, EC-190.
Preparation courses are offered through University Extended Education, which is located in T-14. Cliff Notes are available for the CBEST. Read this book: What Every 5th and 6th Grader Needs to Know by E.D. Hirsch. Practice on the tutorials on the computers located in the Library. Suggested reading for the Constitution exam are as follows: Constitution of the U.S., an Introduction, Understanding the Constitution and 25 Lessons in Citizenship.